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Leaked Microsoft Prototype Shows an OS Where Copilot Controls Everything
A leaked Microsoft experiment reveals the company quietly built an entire operating system around Copilot and AI agents. The project shows how deeply Microsoft is betting on AI to redefine computing.
Google's Energy Use Surges 37% as AI Buildout Outpaces Clean Power
Google's electricity consumption rose 37% in 2025, the largest jump ever, driven by AI data centers. Clean energy purchases offset carbon but grid decarbonization lags.
Three Microreactors Reach Criticality as Data Centers Eye Nuclear Power
Three US microreactors achieved criticality in a DOE-backed effort. Data centers are watching closely as a potential clean energy source emerges for their massive power needs.
Tesla Brings Robotaxi Service to a Small Miami Zone
Tesla launches robotaxi service in a limited area of Miami, the company's first major city deployment. The move signals a cautious entry into autonomous ride-hailing.
Nvidia's Liquid-Cooled AI Data Centers Push Temperature Boundaries
Nvidia's DSX data centers for Rubin AI use liquid cooling at unexpectedly high temperatures, aiming to reduce energy costs while maintaining performance.
Intel Pours Millions Into US Photomask Production As Chip Arms Race Intensifies
Intel expands its Santa Clara photomask facility to produce advanced reticles for EUV and High-NA EUV lithography, securing a critical link in the U.S. semiconductor supply chain.
Google Tests Website Following Feature in Chrome Canary
Google is testing a new feature in Chrome Canary that lets users follow websites directly from the browser. The tool aims to simplify content tracking and may roll out to stable versions later.
Microsoft Bets $2.5 Billion on Dedicated AI Deployment Unit
Microsoft commits $2.5B to launch an AI deployment company, intensifying competition with Amazon, OpenAI and Anthropic in enterprise AI infrastructure.
Reddit to Require Login for Old.reddit.com in Bot Prevention Push
Reddit will require users to log in to access old.reddit.com starting next month. The move targets automated scraping and bot activity on the legacy interface.
Quantum Computing Faces a Credibility Gap Despite Political Promises
No quantum computer has performed a useful task yet. New political pledges and corporate announcements risk outpacing the technology's actual readiness.
WhatsApp Usernames Arrive This Year With Early Reservation Option
WhatsApp will let users chat without sharing phone numbers. Usernames launch later this year with early reservation starting now.
Magnificent Seven Stocks Show Signs of Weakness After Long Rally
The Magnificent Seven tech stocks are underperforming as market momentum shifts. Investors face new risks from slowing earnings growth and regulatory pressures.
Space-Based Solar Power Moves Closer to Reality With Two Transmission Methods
Scientists are testing two systems to beam solar energy from orbit to Earth, moving space-based solar power from sci-fi to practical engineering.
AI Infrastructure Boom Drives Up Prices for Consoles, Cars and Electricity
Big Tech's $8 trillion AI data center investment is straining semiconductor and energy supplies, raising costs for gaming consoles, vehicles and power bills.
Netflix Requires Unique Email for Every Profile as Password Sharing Crackdown Tightens
Netflix now mandates each user profile have its own email address, affecting add-on members and tightening account sharing restrictions.
AI Data Centers Test Grid Flexibility to Bypass Power Bottlenecks
Emerald AI's Conductor software enables data centers to reduce power draw during grid stress, helping avoid blackouts and new power plant construction. A London trial showed how flexible facilities could ease the AI energy crunch.
Google Photos Settings You Should Adjust Before Backing Up Your Camera Roll
Before letting Google Photos manage your photos, adjust key backup, privacy and AI settings to control storage and data use.
The AI Token Reckoning: Companies Scramble to Contain Runaway Costs
Leaked Accenture audio reveals enterprises face spiraling AI token spend as agentic workflows and enterprise AI tools drive costs beyond control. Companies like Amazon and Uber are now capping usage and switching to cheaper models.
Google Expands AI Training to Search Media Uploads: What Users Need to Know
Google now uses images uploaded during Search interactions for AI training. Users can opt out via a simple setting change.